AbilityFirst
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Providing programs and resources for children and adults with disabilities, since 1926. Lawrence L.
AbilityFirst was established in 1926 and known as the Crippled Children's Society of Southern California (CCS) for many decades. Frank and Paul Dietrich, both Rotarians, were two of the original founders of the organization and they continued their loyal support throughout their lives. Operating in the greater Los Angeles area, AbilityFirst has 25 facilities which supports individuals with physica
06/10/2026
06/06/2026
A special thank you to our incredible culinary and beverage partners for joining us at this weekend’s Food & Wine Festival!
Your generosity and support are helping create an unforgettable experience while making a meaningful impact for AbilityFirst. We can't wait to celebrate with you and our community this Sunday!
Our Food & Wine Festival Silent Auction is packed with incredible experiences, exclusive items, dining packages, and more—all while supporting AbilityFirst programs and services.
Browse, bid, and help make a difference before the festival on Sunday. Every bid supports opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to thrive.
🔗 https://my.onecause.com/event/organizations/sf-0018000000YOJhaAAH/events/vevt:0eb94d74-92ec-4604-83b8-84fcbfe52bf7/auctions/silent-auction
For 100 years, AbilityFirst has been creating opportunities for people with disabilities to live with greater independence, confidence, and belonging.
Thank you to Spectrum News for helping us share our story today.
06/01/2026
📚 Turn your love for reading into real impact! From now until June 1, every ThriftBooks $40 Book Bundle purchased through our fundraising page supports AbilityFirst Long Beach Center. 🙌
Here’s how it works: Each bundle includes a one-time use promo code you can redeem in the Deals section of the ThriftBooks website for up to $40 in books, shipped free across the U.S. Choose from over 19 million titles and help give books a second life while giving back. ✨
Discover new stories. Create real impact. Support AbilityFirst Long Beach Center: grouprai.se/thriftbooks77575m
05/26/2026
BBQ for a cause 🍖 Join us at Lucille’s BBQ in Long Beach and help support the AbilityFirst Long Beach Center!
Whether you dine in, take out, or pick up, 20% of your meal will be donated back to support programs that create opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
📍 Lucille’s BBQ
6257 E. 2nd Street, Long Beach, CA 90803
📞 Ordering by phone? Call 562-434-7427 and mention AbilityFirst Long Beach Center before placing your order.
🚗 Ordering in person for takeout? Mention AbilityFirst Long Beach Center at the storefront when ordering.
Bring your friends, family, and appetite — every meal makes an impact!
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789 North Fair Oaks
Pasadena, CA
91103
Opening Hours
| Monday | 8:30am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am - 5pm |
| Friday | 8:30am - 5pm |